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Browse recommendations for recreational activities in Long Island. Read reviews and guides for beaches, parks, fitness, and more on Newsday.com.

+ FOR OUR SUBSCRIBERS Fun events to check out at LI breweries

Local breweries offer everything from concerts to video game tournaments.

Can't-miss winter fun for families on LI
We found family-friendly activities to do this winter on Long Island, both outdoors and in.
1:39 Retro video games rock Cradle of Aviation
Retro video games at the Cradle of Aviation include Pac-Man, Space Invaders, Donkey Kong and more.
0:56 A 'gym for crafters' opens on LI
The "gym" is a membership-only space where creators can work at their leisure to make their own shirts, mugs and more alongside other passionate creators.
+ FOR OUR SUBSCRIBERS Winter birthday? These 9 spots bring the party indoors.
Finding unique indoor party ideas that aren't overplayed can be a challenge.
14 ways to whisk away the winter blues on LI
Karaoke, go-karting and other indoor events that will heat up your winter evenings.
1:39 WATCH NOW Retro arcade night at Cradle of Aviation Museum
Video arcade lovers can get their fill of '80s video game classics at the Cradle of Aviation Museum in Garden ...
0:56 WATCH NOW Crafter's 'gym' opens in Westbury
A crafter's "gym" concept space has opened in Westbury for the public to sign up for monthly memberships to use ...
Black Girls Run! takes on health disparities one mile at a time
Members meet in smaller gatherings nearly every day to run at 6 a.m. in area parks or in the evenings at local high school tracks.
1:01 + FOR OUR SUBSCRIBERS Ax throwing venue opens on Long Island
Molly Hatchets brings the activity to Ronkonkoma, and a second venue dedicated to the sport, Axe Island, is slated to open in Bohemia this winter.
2:01 WATCH NOW What it takes to be an LI dog in Westminster
What it really takes to compete in the biggest show ring. ...